Whether a beloved pet, livestock, or neighboring wildlife, Atascadero has a large number of animal residents. Below you will find information on who to contact for a variety of animal related issues or concerns and links to the City’s Municipal Code Sections regarding livestock.
Wildlife
If you encounter dead wildlife on city streets or in the public right of way, please email the Public Works Street Division, call Public Works at (805) 470-3148, or send a notification using the Report a Concern Webform.
Injured Wild Animals
- Call Fish & Wildlife at (559) 243-4005 ext. 151
- Call Pacific Wildlife Care at (805) 543-9453
- Call SLO County Animal Services at (805) 781-4400
Dead Animals
Contact a junk removal company for the removal of dead wild animals on private property.
Loose Animals/Traffic Hazard
If you encounter a loose animal causing a traffic hazard or emergency situation call 911.
Domestic Animals/Pets
Lost and Found Pets
Report lost or found animals at County of San Luis Obispo Lost & Found Animals Information.
Loose Animals/Traffic Hazard
If you encounter a loose animal causing a traffic hazard or emergency situation, call 911.
Injured Animals
Contact the County of San Luis Obispo Animal Services Department at (805) 781-4400.
Aggressive and Dangerous Animals
Contact the County of San Luis Obispo Aggressive and Dangerous Animals Information.
Dead Animals
The pick-up of deceased dogs and cats is performed by the County of San Luis Obispo Animal Services Department through an approved contract. Call Animal Services at (805) 781-4400.
Other Information
Livestock/Farm Animals
For information on chickens, pigs, horses, 4H projects and other livestock and farm animal questions and regulations, review Atascadero Municipal Code Section 9-6.112 & Atascadero Municipal Code Section 9-6.115.
Who should I contact regarding loose animals?
If the animal is loose in or near the roadway causing a traffic hazard, APD officers will respond and attempt to contain the animal. Call (805) 461-5051 to report an animal causing a traffic hazard.
I think my dog may have been picked up by the Atascadero Police Department after it was found running loose. How do I get it back?
All domestic animals captured by Atascadero Police Department officers are turned over to SLO Animal Services. You can contact them at 781-4400 to inquire about your pet or visit the SLO Animal Services website for listings with photos of animals found and currently at the shelter or found and being cared for by private citizens.
How many animals can I have on my property?
The maximum number of dogs or cats allowed on a property is three (3).
Farm Animals are based on the amount of acreage on a property. Please review the Farm Animal Regulations handout (PDF) for more information. If you have specific property questions, please call the Planning Department at 805-461-5035.
Are dogs allowed at Atascadero Lake Park?
Yes, dogs are allowed in all City parks, on a leash. Thank you for picking up after your dog!
Who do I call to report a dead deer or animal in the street?
"The City is only able to remove large dead wild animals (deer, etc.) on City streets. We cannot remove dead animals on private property.
- For removal of a deceased wild animal from an Atascadero City street, please call Public Works Operations at 805-470-3148.
- If you need someone to remove a dead wild animal from your private property you can contact a junk removal service.
- For removal of injured or dead domestic animals (dogs, cats), please call Animal Control at 805-781-4400.
- For removal of injured wild animals, call Pacific Wildlife Care at 805-781-4400 or call Fish & Wildlife at 559-243-4005 ext. 151."